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Live: Storm host Panthers trying to avoid third straight loss in Cleary's milestone

The Penrith Panthers are trying to bounce back from back-to-back losses as they take on the Melbourne Storm in Ivan Cleary's milestone 500th game as a coach. Follow live.

Live: Saints, Suns kick off Round 24 at Docklands

The final round in the AFL home-and-away season kicks off with St Kilda hosting Gold Coast at Docklands, with both sides playing for pride. Follow live.

Driver waits for compensation after new EV suddenly stops on freeway

Customers left in the lurch when a Chinese electric vehicle giant terminated its exclusive agreement with an Australian company now have more certainty, but it's been a hard for many.

Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison by Chinese court

Hui Ka Yan, who had faced eight charges including misuse of funds and illegally taking public deposits, pleaded guilty in April, following China Evergrande's collapse five years ago after a quarter of a century in operation.

At least 100 dead after gold mine collapses in Central African Republic

An aid worker says it will be a "miracle" to find people alive under the rubble after a mine collapse in Central African Republic.

Government extends aged care program funding shopping and transport help

A government program that helps older people with shopping and transport has been extended until 2029 after ongoing uncertainty about its future.

Lambie sparks veterans debate as Labor strikes deals

This week Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie shared her health struggles while the government and Coalition were busy making deals and One Nation launched a debate about cigarettes.

The manosphere has gone mainstream, and it's having real-world impacts

Researchers say the manosphere has gone mainstream as young men who were suckered into the space reveal how they were recruited into the space.

Sex crimes detectives told of drug use in Sydney Swans hotel room

Detectives investigating a sexual assault scandal engulfing the Sydney Swans have been told some players paid female adult entertainers to consume drugs off their bodies.

Judge erred allowing room for Erin Patterson parole one day, prosecutors say

The Office of Public Prosecutors says the judge presiding over Patterson's murder trial erred when he allowed for the possibility of the mushroom killer getting parole one day.

Breaking: Israel's military clears soldiers over Gaza strike that killed Frankcom

The Israel Defense Forces has cleared its personnel of any criminal wrongdoing in the April 2024 strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy in Gaza, where Australian woman Zomi Frankcom was killed.

Opera for the Dead and ocean-inspired works shine at Art Music Awards

The 2026 Art Music Awards has celebrated a culture of experimentation, collaboration and women composers in Australia. Here are all the winners.

Graffiti 'wrongly' labelled antisemitic in Sydney spree, judge finds

A man who admitted to a string of vandalism offences in Sydney's east did not act as an "antisemitic bigot" but was a "vandal for hire", and is not at risk of committing a serious terrorism offence, according to the state's highest court.

Kyrgios provisionally suspended after positive cocaine test in Spain

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has said he tested positive for cocaine on the Spanish island of Mallorca and has issued an apology.

Oil prices spike after ships in Strait of Hormuz hit by fresh strikes

Three ships travelling through the contested Strait of Hormuz have been hit in recent days, according to British maritime officials, with casualties reported.

'We are deeply sorry': Swans players break silence over alleged incident

Five Sydney Swans players stood down for the rest of the season over breaches of club standards issue an apology to their club, fans and the wider community.

Politicians slam 'cruel tool' used to determine at-home aged care funding

Labor has resisted calls to change an aged care assessment tool at the centre of hundreds of complaints.

Feud escalates as artist puts warning on 'racist' statue

An artwork exploring the legacy of a century-old statue of an African American boy on the main street of Maitland has sparked a feud between the local council and the artist.

Man who beat his partner to death found 'not criminally responsible'

The family of a woman killed by her partner in western NSW has told a court about the devastating impact of her death before the judge delivered a special verdict.

Australian dies in Vietnam, DFAT confirms

The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirms it is providing consular assistance to the family of an Australian who has died in Vietnam.

Rugby league State of Origin headed to New Zealand for first time

Australian rugby league's showpiece event will head across the Tasman for the first time, with the men's State of Origin confirmed for Auckland next year.

Maroons' search for new Origin coach suffers double setback

Billy Slater's old pair of assistants in Matt Ballin and Ben Te'o loom as the two leading candidates to take over as Queensland coach, after Cameron Smith and Kevin Walters rule themselves out of the race.

Hanson vows to slash cigarette prices by nearly $30 a pack

One Nation says high taxes on tobacco have pushed Australians into the black market, and the only way to undo that is by cutting the price of cigarettes in half.

'Wake-up call': Danger from heatwaves 'underestimated' for people over 60

A new global study suggests older people may face serious health risks from heat at much lower temperatures than previously understood.

Stress-free Book Week costumes with a musical twist

Love it or dread it, Book Week is almost here. Try these low-stress costume tips inspired by this year's Symphony of Stories theme, celebrating books and music.

Sydney Swans coach 'disappointed' as four players linked to sexual assault investigation

The ABC understands Chad Warner, Isaac Heeney, James Jordon and Riley Bice are the players linked to the investigation, although there is no confirmation that they were directly involved or that all four have spoken to police.

Live: BHP reports 30pc profit jump on high copper prices

BHP reports a 30 per cent profit jump on high copper prices as we delve into the books of some of the nation's most valuable listed companies. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

Mourners say Jason Arday 'was hunted' by tabloid media before his death

Mourners at a London vigil for Jason Arday accuse the British tabloid media of "hunting" the late Cambridge professor, as Cambridge's Chancellor speaks out.

Mangione's NYC trial postponed indefinitely amid double jeopardy fight

Luigi Mangione's lawyers have described him as a "pawn in parallel prosecutions" and accused state and federal prosecutors of "trying to punish him twice for the exact conduct".

Labour hire company and four farms face more than $3 million in fines

A major labour hire legal case is set to begin in the Victorian Supreme Court and could see those accused face fines totalling more than $3 million.

Live: 'Widow tax' fix expected to be fast-tracked after Taylor ultimatum

A fix to the so-called widow tax is expected to be fast-tracked after Treasurer Jim Chalmers signalled he was open to addressing it sooner rather than later. Follow live.

Sydney Airport 'crisis' a 'long time coming', retired airline pilot says

Sydney Airport could face "catastrophic" consequences if safety issues are not addressed following three incidents in as many weeks, a former pilot and aviation safety investigator says.

Donkeys, camels and the 'Emu Man' call this 'ghost town' home

With a population of about 27 people and a handful of donkeys, Silverton can appear like a ghost town. But a self-appointed mayor/town drunk, an accidental cameleer, and a Mad Max aficionado are just some of the quirky locals who call this outback village home.

Bird flu crisis will reach stage where 'all we can do is euthanase', vets warn

Since the arrival of H5 bird flu in Australia, some vets say treating wild birds has never been more crucial, but without help to keep up with demand, they fear they will be left with no choice but to euthanase animals they otherwise could have saved.

Marketplace warning as woman loses $10k in stolen-car purchase

A consumer group says Facebook Marketplace should be included in new federal anti-scam laws, after a Tasmanian woman lost $10,000 inadvertently buying a stolen vehicle.

Josh Burns on his relationship with fellow MP Georgie Purcell

Labor's Josh Burns and his Animal Justice Party MP partner Georgie Purcell find it "funny" when labelled political rivals. But are there "robust political discussions" at home? You bet.

Options slim for new Australia Test cricket batters

Twin failures by Australia batters, Marnus Labuschagne and Jake Weatherald have many pundits calling for them to be dropped for the second Test against Bangladesh. But who are the possible replacements?

50,000 removed from official aged care waitlist due to counting method change

A Four Corners investigation can reveal the number of people waiting for full aged care funding at home stands at almost 154,000 — not 100,000 as officially reported.

What happens if property prices drop 20pc? Ask New Zealand or Canada

Canada and New Zealand have never recovered from their pre-COVID property market records. It is worthwhile examining what we can learn.

Pauline Hanson shifts to pro-WA position on GST

Three years after calling out WA's "huge benefit" from the GST carve-up, the One Nation leader shifts her position.

Record Jetstar profits fuel pay fight over 'rock bottom' wages

Jetstar is making record profits while passengers are being slugged more fees, and now workers say they want a bigger slice of the airline's success.

Think you know Australian plants? Try this quiz

Just like our fauna, Australia's wildflowers are wildly unique and fascinating. Test your knowledge of our native beauties in this quiz.

Trump threatens to bomb Oman as Iran vows to escalate conflict over Hormuz

A memorandum of understanding signed between Iran and the US set out a 60-day timeframe for a broader deal, which passed on Monday local time.

Labor and Coalition close in on deal on gambling reforms

Labor and the Coalition agree to establish a single register that would allow Australians to opt out of wagering ads across online platforms, as part of a tentative deal to pass gambling reforms.

'A lot of damage': Why the persecution of Fauci has far-reaching consequences

As the US Department of Justice weighs whether to prosecute Anthony Fauci, medical experts say his persecution is weakening America's health system.